need help with coop design

[mr rhode islandred]

Im trying to keep predators from digging in my coop without using wire. I thought about using a tarp for my floor to keep those pest from digging under my coop. Would that work. if not what could i use besides poultry wire

 

[jonezjollyfarm]

You could simply make your walls taller them necessary and burry the sides of the run. Or burry large stones or bricks where you would put the wire. If you do decide to use wire make sure its hardwire mesh or your wasting your time. Chicken wire is to weak and flexible

 

[DobieLover]

Unfortunately, neither poultry wire nor a tarp will work.
A 2 foot predator apron of 1/2" hardware cloth is your best bet. Just attach it to the bottom of the coop with poultry staples or screws and washers then lay it out on the ground. Secure the opposite side with landscape pins then cover it with soil.

 

[HenOnAJuneBug]

I'm thinking of covering the floor of my next coop with large rocks and then cover that with sand.

You could cover the floor of your coop with pavers.

 

[Birdsong 82]

Unfortunately when it comes to digging predators you’ll need some kind of wire. If it the cost deterring you I’ve heard of people using old display shelves from stores or sides of broken dog kennels ( used some shelves from old fridge for parts of ours). Also WWF is sol in 2 ft tall height which makes the roll a lot cheaper and perfect for an apron

 

[pennyJo1960]

You need to think of the predators in you area in town or in the county they are out there waiting for a free chicken meal

 

[aart]

Unfortunately, neither poultry wire nor a tarp will work.
A 2 foot predator apron of 1/2" hardware cloth is your best bet. Just attach it to the bottom of the coop with poultry staples or screws and washers then lay it out on the ground. Secure the opposite side with landscape pins then cover it with soil.

This^^^

Good examples of anti-dig apron installation...
http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/1110498/wire-around-coop#post_17093528